1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (147 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1992 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
